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Finca Chibigui Salamander

Bolitoglossa medemi

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Overview

The Finca Chibigui salamander is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. The species is native to northwestern South America and adjacent southeastern Central America.

The Finca Chibigui Salamander faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and deforestation in its extremely limited range in Colombia. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its small population size and restricted distribution, making it highly susceptible to local extinctions from human activities and environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

Bolitoglossa medemi is found in Colombia and Panama.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Finca Chibigui Salamander classified as Endangered?
Finca Chibigui Salamander is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. The Finca Chibigui Salamander faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and deforestation in its extremely limited range in Colombia. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its small population size and restricted distribution, making it highly susceptible to local extinctions from human activities and environmental changes.
Where does Finca Chibigui Salamander live?
Finca Chibigui Salamander occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Finca Chibigui Salamander?
The main threats to Finca Chibigui Salamander are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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